At the centre of the dispute were assets, including a R3m life insurance payout, a 1982 Mercedes Benz, a tractor, an orchard and goats.
The SCA found that Arnold had proven that the administration of the estate was properly concluded under the supervision of a magistrate. But Nyamukamadi’s daughter Masindi said the family was shattered after losing the appeal. Masindi said this was not the end of their fight, adding that they were discussing their options with their lawyers.
“As I have said, the first respondent [Arnold] averred that he had fully complied with his obligations under the settlement agreement. Proof of cheque payments was attached to the answering affidavit. Also attached was the following letter authored by the magistrate,” Molemela said.